Description

Indulge in a slice of Easy Texas Tornado Cake, a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavor of chocolate with the crunch of pecans. This moist, fluffy cake is topped with a velvety frosting, making it the perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or enjoying a cozy afternoon at home, this simple yet satisfying cake will leave you and your guests craving more.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
4 large eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans
3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
¼ cup milk (for frosting)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, beat together the eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and water until smooth. Gradually combine with the dry ingredients while stirring gently.
Fold in the chopped pecans carefully to maintain airiness.
Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
For the frosting, mix powdered sugar with milk and vanilla until smooth. Once cooled, frost the cake evenly.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 400
Sugar: 32g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 58g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: To enhance flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or using walnuts instead of pecans. For added texture, sprinkle some coconut on top before baking.